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Intermediate drums sheet music for "Jawbreaker" by Judas Priest, in D minor at about 200 BPM. Transcribed from the track by Songscription. Available as an easy beginner, intermediate, or advanced arrangement.

Intermediate Drums Sheet Music for "Jawbreaker" by Judas Priest

Preview of the intermediate drums sheet music arrangement for “Jawbreaker” by Judas Priest.

Jawbreaker
Drums Sheet Music

PercussionMid-staff range

The drums part reads from percussion, arranged to sit naturally for the instrument.

Difficulty

Intermediate

For players comfortable with the basics.

Inside the music
Signature

Music DNA

GenreHeavy Metal · Thrash Metal · Speed Metal
Moodaggressive · intense · relentless
SignatureJaws of a predator, explosive pressure, ready to explode
D minor
Key
200
BPM
4/4
Time
Chords

The progression

D
A
C
G
B
C°
C
Dm
Form

Structure & dynamics

IntroVersePre-ChorusChorusVersePre-ChorusChorusGuitar SoloChorusOutro
Instrumentation

What's in the mix

distorted electric guitars
fast, intricate, palm‑muted riffs and soaring leads
acoustic drum kit
double‑kick patterns, rapid snare hits, cymbal crashes
male lead vocals
gruff, powerful, shouted delivery
driving bass guitar
tight, punchy, locking with the drums
Album & artist
ALBUM

Defenders of the Faith (1984)

Defenders of the Faith followed directly in the vein of Screaming for Vengeance, delivering another set of hard, punchy metal songs aimed squarely at their growing arena audience. It has aged well and features consistently strong songwriting throughout.

All of Defenders of the Faith
Artist

Judas Priest

Judas Priest are a heavy metal band from Birmingham, England, formed in 1969. They helped define the sound and look of heavy metal through the late 1970s and 1980s, building a catalog of hard-riffing records with Rob Halford's wide-ranging vocals at the center. Over more than five decades they have gone through lineup changes and stylistic shifts but remained one of the most influential acts in the genre.

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FAQ

Good to know

What key is "Jawbreaker" in?

"Jawbreaker" by Judas Priest is in D minor.

What is the tempo of "Jawbreaker"?

"Jawbreaker" plays at around 200 BPM in 4/4 time.

What chords are in "Jawbreaker"?

The core progression is D, A, C, G, B♭, and C♯°, built around the D minor tonal center.

What instruments play on "Jawbreaker"?

The recording features distorted electric guitars, driving bass guitar, acoustic drum kit, and male lead vocals.

Can I get "Jawbreaker" drums sheet music?

Yes. This is the intermediate drums sheet music arrangement of "Jawbreaker" by Judas Priest, transcribed by Songscription.

Is "Jawbreaker" drums sheet music easy to play?

"Jawbreaker" drums sheet music comes in beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, so there is an easy version to start with. At 200 BPM in D minor with 19 chords to navigate, the part leans toward the harder end. You can switch levels on this page before you save it.

Is there an easy, beginner version of "Jawbreaker" drums sheet music?

Yes. The beginner drums sheet music for "Jawbreaker" simplifies the busiest passages and rhythms while keeping the melody, so it is the easiest way to start. The intermediate and advanced arrangements are one tap away when you want more of the original.

What album is "Jawbreaker" on?

"Jawbreaker" appears on Defenders of the Faith (1984).

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How accurate is the transcription?

It is produced by AI trained on millions of bars of music, and you can play it back and fine-tune any details before you download.

Is this transcription licensed?

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